Boycott Nation: When Patriotism Becomes a Consumer Choice The latest round of tariffs imposed by Donald Trump's administration on Canadian goods has sparked renewed determination among Canadians to stick to their principles.
The widespread boycott of American products and services, which began last year in response to the president's trade war and threats to annex his northern neighbor, shows no signs of waning.
At first glance, this may seem like a simple case of economic nationalism – a knee jerk reaction to protectionist policies that harm domestic industries.